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ILLA STEWART Obituary
Illa B. Stewart, nee Gertler, age 84, beloved wife of the late Edward A. Stewart; loving mother of Gayle (Kieran) Daniel, Debbie (Scott) Jaekel, Randi Stewart and Ronda (Allen) Cone; adoring grandmother of Andrea, Kaley, Trevor and Collin Daniel, Daniel and Jennifer Jaekel and Brian and Benjamin Cone; devoted sister-in-law of Hope Gertler; also survived by many family and friends. Funeral services, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, 12 Noon at Weinstein Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, IL, 847-256-5700. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. www.weinsteinfuneralhomes.com 
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Dorie Chez
August 2, 2012
I was sadened to find out that this lovely and charming lady passed on when
we were out of town. Illa and I became acquainted when she was in the hospital
and rehab and then by phone when at home. Sorry we won't make our lunch date.
It's always hard to lose a loved one. May God give you strength at this time and
remember the good and fun times you shared. May you have no more sorrow.
Dorie Chez Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob Synagogue
Loreli De Fina RN
July 28, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Stewart and her daughter Randi for a short time, near what I now know was the end of her life. I see many patients and families in my work and you both made a lasting impression on me. Illa had a kind way about her, still smiling while she talked about all she had been through, and I enjoyed the time I spent with her while I worked. I am sad to hear of her passing. She and her family are in my prayers. God bless from Loreli, Skokie Hospital Vascular Access Team.
Mary Ann Boyle
July 24, 2012
Illa was a wonderful neighbor of my parents on Maplewood. They had many wonderful times together. Our deepest condolensces to the family. Helen, Mary Ann and Bill Boyle
Neal Persky
July 23, 2012
Dear Stewart Clan,
Illa and Ed were among my parents very closest friends. I can't think of my childhood days without them coming to mind. I hope our parents get to play a lot of Mah Jong and poker now that the foursome is complete again. My condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you. With all best wishes,
Neal
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Jeff Korman
July 23, 2012
Dear Gayle, Debbie, Randi and Ronda,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. Your mom was a long time friend, neighbor when I was young, office secretary and bookkeeper at B'Nai Jacob when I did the accounting work and also a seatmate, along with Debbie, at SVAJ for the high holidays-at least when we were up to going to services. We tried to have brunch a few times a year, also when we felt up to it. I will miss those brunches with her or just talking on the phone to say " hi, how are you?". I am deeply saddened by her passing.
Fondly,
Jeff Korman
July 23, 2012
Illa was a long time firiend of my parents, Jean and Garry Becker.
They shared many happy times together. My condolences to her family and friiends.
Barbara Perlmutter
July 23, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Illa was a beautiful person in every way.
Norman and Nanette Cone
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